Lesson Plan Template by Audrey Farrand

Target Audience of the Lesson:
Second Graders -average size class

Big Idea of the Lesson:
Have them research the interent about wind, observe it outside, discuss as a class, and have a live web cam discussion with a meteorologist.

Overall Goal for the Lesson:
To have the students understand the speed, movement, and directions of wind. Also to have students explore it by researching, discussing and talking to an actualy weather man. Hopefully discussions will also lead to what kind of technology meaasures the wind, etc.

Indiana Content Standards Addressed - Science - Second Grade - Standard 3:
2.3.1 Investigate by observing and then describe that some events in nature have a repeating pattern such as seasons, day and night, and migrations. (Copy and paste entire standard from http://www.indianastandards.org/)

ISTE CNETS Student Standards Addressed (Copy and paste from http://cnets.iste.org/students/)

Technology research tools
Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
Students use technology tools to process data and report results.
Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.

Technology productivity tools
Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.

Technology Foundation Standards for Students
Basic operations and concepts
Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
Students are proficient in the use of technology.